Instincts

"Instincts"

Lightning flashes bright
The danger hangs heavy in the air
Peering through the rain soaked night
I struggle to see who's there

Sudden clap of thunder
Eyes widen in fear, throat tight
Senses hightened to their fullest
Shadows trying to play tricks on my sight

Breath held, a sound is heard
Neck stiffened in fear
I force myself to turn slowly
Wondering if it was really that near

I turn and see nothing there
Then chuckle softly to myself
Not hearing another... final sound
From a blow that is dealt